I have always wondered about those who search for love in the want ads. How low must a person drop before writing the the words? What drives you to this last desperate act?
And then it hit me: It is not desperation, it is just a way to deepen the pool of candidates. With this added knowledge I have decided that it is time for me to advertise.
Wanted One Beautiful Daughter-in-Law
Must love and want children.
…and want to take them to visit their Grammie at least once a month
Must be tolerant of possible crazed Mother-in-Law.
… Really, I am only crazy when driven to that point or during chocolate droughts
Must have an IQ that is higher than her bust measurements.
… Sorry, but I am picky about the intelligence of the woman who will be raising my future grandbabies.
Being able to cook is a plus.
But, I only expect you to cook for me on my rare visits to your home to inspect your method of tricking the grandbabies into eating their veggies.
Must enjoy life.
We can only have one whiner in the family at a time. That would be me.
Must be willing to invite wonderful, yet semi nutzo in-laws for holiday dinners.
Thanksgiving I will reciprocate with yummy food and delightful pictures of your new hubby when he was in diapers. In return you will receive a:
Wonderful
Cautious
Delightful
Bold
Clever
Fantastic
Instinctive
Tough
Venturesome
Witty
Incredible
Powerful
Complex
Brave
Steadfast
Rugged
Ingenious
Valiant
Strong
Adorable
and
Wise
Husband
Did I mention he is also a fantastic cook?
I have no shame in pimping out my son… notice the cute smile and big dimples!
One with nature even at a young age!
Aw… he is such a loving big brother!
When you respond to the ad, please do not mention that I had ANYTHING to do with this. He gets a bit persnickety when I do wonderful things like this for him. He explained as gently as possible that I am not to bother him about getting married for another 6-7 years. He did not, however tell me that I could not look for a sweet young woman for him and push her gently in his direction..
(He will learn to be more specific in the future, I am sure!) ;)
March 24, 2008 at 12:37 pm
Nutzo-in-laws is always necessary in a family. Good call. Lol I like Must Enjoy Life. Always a plus.
Loco
March 24, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Ummmm, I don’t see an age limit on that list……. *grin*
March 24, 2008 at 1:36 pm
Couch-tater ~ You are right. All families need the nuts so that we have someone to talk about.
LL ~ You get a free pass to the front of the line.
March 24, 2008 at 3:56 pm
Found you at Romi’s site. Couldn’t resist your sneaky ad in her comments area. This is a riot. Nice post. Good luck finding a daughter in law! LOL.
March 24, 2008 at 5:11 pm
He is going to kill you. You better hope he NEVER see this. hahahaha
March 24, 2008 at 5:46 pm
Teeni ~ Thanks for dropping in and wishing me luck. I NEED it.
Lucky ~ Yes, he is going to come after me for this one.
BTW, you are single, right?????????
March 24, 2008 at 7:58 pm
I’m thinking Romi. Of course, he’ll have to get her engagement ponies…
March 24, 2008 at 7:59 pm
P.S. The pictures are adorable, and so is your completely unbiased, motherly description.
March 24, 2008 at 9:50 pm
Hahahaha….this is fantastic! I am not at all surprised that YOUR spawn would have all those wonderful qualities!
So umm…hint, hint, nudge, nudge, did I mention I’m single??? HAHAHA…
And moonbeam is right, I do in fact demand engagement ponies, but other than that I’m fairly reasonable
March 24, 2008 at 11:08 pm
What a cutie pie, both now and when he was little. And you’re so right about his smile, he has the greatest dimples.
March 25, 2008 at 6:52 am
Moonbeam ~ Did you catch the slight hint of adoration I feel for him?
Romi ~ I will begin sending him subliminal messages of engagement ponies. Keep an eye out for him at the book store as he stops in and buys books on a regular basis. (bat your eyes at him and he wont even notice if your Einstein book is upside down)
Wendy ~ Thanks for the sweet comment. He has a charming smile and gives me the best hugs. I should be content, but I am yearning for another grand baby.
March 25, 2008 at 8:56 pm
A book lover, huh? Damn, too bad I already have a boyfriend!
March 26, 2008 at 5:59 am
Paperspoons ~ Drats …
He likes smart women. One time he called and said, “Mom I am dating a chick who is smart like you.” (He knows how to pay nice compliments as well.)
Alas, they broke up before he went to Iraq last time.
But, now he is officially out of the Army and I am tapping my foot ever so patiently (not).
March 26, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Sometimes you have to take matters into your own hands. This ought to do the trick!
March 26, 2008 at 1:01 pm
How is old is this son of yours?
March 26, 2008 at 1:29 pm
Very cute. What a sweet mom.
March 26, 2008 at 1:35 pm
My gorgeous son will be having his 24th birthday next month.
Disclaimer: My son in no way endorsees this add.
(He should, but no he would not approve)
As a bonus to my perspective Daughter-in-law: I offer free babysitting and I will pay for all mental duress that I might induce. Payments will be made in chocolate!
March 26, 2008 at 2:05 pm
Yeeoowzzzza! What a cutie!
Good luck on your search.
March 26, 2008 at 6:16 pm
hahaha – think I could borrow this for my Marine son?
March 27, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Sure DNR… He will appreciate it as much as my son, I am sure!